FCC passes historical ruling for net neutrality

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COLUMBIA- A historic decision this week proved a victory for consumers using the internet.

The Federal Communications Commission voted 3-2 for net neutrality, allowing the agency to prohibit Internet service providers from granting faster access to companies that pay for the privilege.

The new rule will put broadband providers under the same category as utility companies responsible for providing gas, electricity and etc. The ruling would also ban blocking of content by internet service providers as well.